Members of the Chino City Council are assigned to represent the City on several external agencies, committees, boards, and task forces. This report summarizes the actions and discussions of those entities as they may impact or be of interest to the City of Chino, its businesses, and its residents.
ANIMAL RESOURCE CENTER OF THE INLAND EMPIRE JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Rogelio Huerta Meeting Date: March 25, 2026
During the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire Board meeting on March 25, the Board took formal action to approve the following items essential to the facility's upcoming operations:
Adoption of the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Budget: The Board approved the comprehensive budget for the next fiscal year, which provides the necessary funding for daily operations and animal care. Under the existing cost-sharing structure, the City of Chino will be responsible for 28% of the total budget allocation.
Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Only Cremations for Pets: This amendment authorizes the continued partnership with Only Cremations for Pets to provide professional cremation services. The agreement was updated to a total not-to-exceed amount of $160,000, ensuring the Center can maintain these sensitive and necessary services for the community throughout the contract term.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 22, 2026
CHAFFEY COLLEGE CHINO COMMUNITY CENTER OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE Council Representative: Marc Lucio| Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos No report.
CHINO VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Ellyse Martinez No report.
CHINO BASIN DESALTER AUTHORITY
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Pete Vicario Meeting Date: March 24, 2026
The Chino Basin Desalter Authority (CDA) reported that 343.852 acre-feet of water was delivered to the City of Chino in February.
The CDA Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) recommended the following, all of which were approved:
Approval reconciliation of allocation costs for FY 2024/25. Approve analysis of reserve balance from June 30, 2025. Approve the refund of $671,641 in surplus funds to member agencies. Allocate $4 million of surplus to the CDA reserves. Distribute the MWD Local Resources Program (LRP) credits to the member agencies in the amount of $3,519,673. Chino has an excess revenue amount of $608,989. Use the excess funds to cover the cost of budgeted items.
Approval of amendment for Professional Services with Aquasystec in the amount of $50,000. Aquasystec provides SCADA services, which include enhanced cyber security and developed comprehensive as-built network diagrams.
Adopt FY 2026/27 CDA Annual Budget of $44.1 million, an overall increase of $512,000. Chino Desalter assumes the production of 12,500 AFY during FY2026/27. $12 million is for the Operations and Maintenance Budget.
Approval of amendment to the Right of Entry Agreement with JCSD authorizing the General Manager to execute on behalf of the CDA. No impact on the budget.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 21, 2026
CHINO BASIN WATERMASTER
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: March 26, 2026
Business Item B – Fiscal Years 2021/22 and 2022/23 Corrected and Amended Assessment Packages:
The Board considered revised draft Corrected and Amended Assessment Packages for Fiscal Years 2021/22 and 2022/23 in response to the Court of Appeal ruling related to the Dry Year Yield (DYY) voluntary withdrawal program. Staff presented revisions intended to address the Court’s direction regarding cost allocation impacts associated with DYY pumping and related assessment calculations.
Discussion focused on the methodology used to revise the assessment packages, including how costs were redistributed among parties and the implications of the revised approach on individual agency assessments. The item follows prior Board direction provided during the February 26, 2026, confidential session, where staff was directed to proceed with revisions and return with finalized draft packages for Board consideration.
After discussion, the Board approved the Fiscal Years 2021/22 and 2022/23 Revised Draft Corrected and Amended Assessment Packages and directed staff to file the revised packages with the Court as directed.
Business Item C – Review and Discussion of Watermaster Rules and Regulations – Section 2.10:
The Board received a discussion item regarding Section 2.10 of the Watermaster Rules and Regulations. Discussion focused on governance and procedural requirements within the current Rules and Regulations and whether revisions or clarifications may be appropriate moving forward.
During the discussion, Board members noted that the Watermaster Board comprises representatives from different agencies and pools within the Chino Basin, each with varying interests and perspectives on groundwater management, basin operations, and stakeholder priorities. The discussion included how differing interests can influence Board discussions and decision-making processes, and the importance of maintaining balanced representation while ensuring effective governance.
The Board expressed support for the creation of an ad hoc committee to further evaluate Section 2.10 and related procedural considerations. The committee's intent would be to review the existing language, evaluate potential revisions, and return with recommendations for Board consideration. The Board also discussed establishing a timeline and deadline for the committee to complete its review and provide recommendations back to the Board.
This item was for discussion only; no formal action was taken.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 23, 2026
CHINO VALLEY INDEPENDENT FIRE DISTRICT - LIAISON TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Linda Reich Meeting Date: March 11, 2026
New Business
The Board of Directors approved numerous items, including the following, 4-0:
Item 7. Side Letters and Resolutions modifying the annual leave cash-out process and correcting administrative errors in the Teamsters Memorandum of Understanding. Applies to the side letters for Teamsters, Local 1932, and Chino Valley Professional Firefighters, Local 3522, and amended resolutions for Unrepresented Confidential and Unrepresented Management Item 8. Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-01, increasing the compensation for the Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2026. The compensation changes from $183.86 to $194.00 per meeting or service day, not to exceed 10 days per calendar month.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 9, 2026
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: March 19, 2026
Action
Level 1 Developer Fees: The Board conducted a public hearing increasing statutory developer fees (Level 1) and adopted Resolution 2025/2026-33, Approving a Change in Statutory School Fees Imposed on New Residential and Commercial/Industrial Construction Pursuant to Education Code 17620 and Government Code 65995. The resolution provides for an increase of $0.21 per square foot to $5.38 for new residential development and room additions exceeding 500 square feet, and an increase of $0.03 per square foot to $0.87 for commercial/industrial development. The resolution goes into effect May 18, 2026, 60 days after its adoption.
Consent
Appointment to Measure G Bond Citizens Oversight Committee: The Board appointed Kevin Cisneroz, a Parent/Guardian of a student enrolled in the District and an active member of a parent-teacher organization, to the committee.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 16, 2026
CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT – MEASURE G OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Silvia Avalos No report.
CITIZEN’S COMMITTEE FOR CIM & CIW
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report By: Aaron Kelliher No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 12, 2026
INLAND EMPIRE UTILITIES AGENCY (IEUA) REGIONAL SEWERAGE COMMITTEE Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: March 5, 2026
No meeting during this reporting period. Meeting canceled.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 2, 2026
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES – INLAND EMPIRE DIVISION
Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report By: Jackie Melendez Meeting Date: March 19, 2026
The meeting was held in the City of Yucaipa and attended by IE Division Vice President Karen Comstock and Deputy City Manager Vivian Castro on behalf of the City of Chino. Vice President Comstock ran the meeting, which included the following topics:
I-REN Presentation: Casey Daily of the Inland Empire Regional Energy Network (I-REN) provided an overview of the entity’s history, purpose, and services.
Policy Committees: Various policy committees provided updates on issues they are tracking and discussing. The League of Cities’ IE Division Regional Affairs Manager informed the group that the Legislative Committee was being revived, with virtual meetings to be scheduled in the near future.
League Update: Ms. Varela discussed upcoming League events, including the following:
City Leaders Conference, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - Friday, April 24, 2026, Sacramento. Requested advocacy visits with legislators will take place on Wednesday and are to be coordinated with the Regional Affairs Manager. 2026 Annual Conference and Expo, Wednesday, September 23, 2026 - Friday, September 25, 2026, Anaheim.
Staff met the new Government Relations Manager for Southern California Edison, Shane Massoud. Mr. Massoud replaces Melissa Boyd, who served as the regional representative covering Chino for many years.
Next anticipated meeting date: May 20, 2026
OMNITRANS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: March 4, 2026
LA28 Olympics and Paralympic Games: The Omnitrans Board of Directors approved finalizing negotiations of an agreement with the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) to provide 5 buses for use during the LA28 Olympics and Paralympic Games. Omnitrans will be one of 15 such agencies to provide the additional busing needed to support the increased transportation demand expected during the 2028 games. In addition to the buses, Omnitrans will provide 5 operators, a field supervisor, a mechanic, and an operational management supervisor. LA Metro will reimburse Omnitrans per service hour provided, and buses will be rewrapped for the 2028 games and reverted back to by LA Metro at the conclusion of the events.
Regional Mobility Partnership (RMP) Funds: Omnitrans administers RMP funds. These funds support local transit services in the San Bernardino Valley. Each year, Omnitrans solicits a Call for Projects to award and disperse funds, which this year total $7,363,265.11 in Measure I Consolidated Transportation Services Agency funding. Consistent with the RMP guidelines, 10 new and expanding program applications, with another 12 existing programs, were approved for continued funding. The City of Chino, through the VIP, Inc. Transportation Services Program was among the 12 continuing programs to be awarded funding. This program will receive $267,131.29 in funding to continue for the next 2 fiscal years. VIP, Inc. provides door-to-door transportation services from its clients’ homes to their place of employment.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 1, 2026
ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY (OIAA)
INTER-AGENCY COLLABORATIVE (ROUNDTABLE)
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report by: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Staff Report By: Rogelio Huerta
Meeting Date: March 10, 2026
The Board took several actions with direct implications for the City of Chino and regional West End partnerships:
Establishment of the West End Regional Navigation Center (Item 36): The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County and the cities of Chino, Fontana, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Rialto, and Upland. This agreement (Recommendation No. 4) establishes a 10-year framework for annual city and County contributions to cover the operating costs of the West End Regional Navigation Center, a critical facility for addressing regional homelessness.
Subdivision of County Property in Chino (Item 37): Acting as the property owner, the Board approved Parcel Map No. 20561 to subdivide approximately 56.95 acres of County-owned land located within the City of Chino into three separate parcels (Recommendation No. 1). As part of this action, the Board dedicated a four-foot right-of-way to the City of Chino for street and public utility purposes.
Public Improvements at Majestic Chino Flight (Item 37): The Board approved a Subdivision Improvement Agreement among Majestic Chino Flight, LLC, the City of Chino, and the County (Recommendation No. 3). This agreement allows for the construction of specific public improvements on the Chino property, which the City of Chino will officially own once they are completed and accepted.
Reciprocal Easements for Majestic Chino Flight (Item 37): The Board approved a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Reciprocal Easements involving the City of Chino and Majestic Chino Flight, LLC (Recommendation No. 4). This ensures necessary access and land-use protections over the subdivided Chino property for the duration of the ground lease associated with the project.
Meeting Date: March 24, 2026
No current items to report.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 7, 2026
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SOLID WASTE ADVISORY TASK FORCE
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Xochitl Huerta No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 15, 2026
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (SBCTA) BOARD OF DIRECTORS Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Dennis Ralls Meeting Date: March 4, 2026
Emergency Evacuation Network Resilience Study (EENR): The Board received a report and final update on the Emergency Evacuation Network Resilience Study (EENR). This effort was a combined task between SBCTA and Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) to study the region and develop a report in compliance with SB 99 and AB 747. These newer bills require all agencies in California to identify all existing residential developments with fewer than 2 points of access and to evaluate routes in each jurisdiction, including their capacity, safety, and viability under various emergency scenarios. These bills required that these efforts be completed in a timely manner. As such, SBCTA & WRCOG worked collaboratively to develop these reports to assist their member agencies with compliance with these bills. The City of Chino, as part of the recently adopted General Plan Update (GPU), incorporated its own localized version of this EENR study as the GPU triggered this analysis for compliance of SB 99 & AB 747.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 1, 2026
SBCTA – CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE
Council Representative: Eunice Ulloa | Staff Report By: Jackie Melendez Meeting Date: March 4, 2026
City Selection Committee elections were held:
City of Montclair Mayor John Dutrey was re-elected as Chair City of Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren was re-elected as Vice Chair City of Loma Linda Mayor Phil Dupper was re-elected to serve as a San Bernardino County Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) Primary Member City of Yucca Valley Council Member Rick Denison was re-elected to serve as the LAFCO Alternate Member Next anticipated meeting date: TBD
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) – GENERAL ASSEMBLY Council Representative: Marc Lucio | Staff Report By: Jackie Melendez No meeting during this reporting period.
Next anticipated meeting date: May 7, 2026
SANTA ANA WATERSHED ADVISORY COUNCIL
Council Representative: Karen Comstock | Staff Report By: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: March 3, 2026
No meeting during this reporting period. Meeting canceled.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 7, 2026
WATER FACILITIES AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Council Representative: Curtis Burton | Staff Report By: Benjamin Orosco Meeting Date: March 17, 2026
Business Item 7A – Review of the Preliminary Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget: The Board reviewed the preliminary Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and received a presentation from staff regarding the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The discussion included a review of the preliminary budget assumptions and financial planning considerations for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Board members provided feedback and direction to staff regarding the proposed budget prior to final budget adoption at a future meeting.
Next anticipated meeting date: May 21, 2026
WEST VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
Council Representative: Christopher Flores | Staff Report By: Vivian Castro Meeting Date: March 24, 2026
Consent Calendar - The Board considered the following items. Minutes for the meeting are not yet available.
Personnel Committee:
Recommendation to Approve an Increase to the District's Contribution to the Deferred Compensation Program for the Operations Director, Scientific Director, and Community Outreach Coordinator – The positions will receive a District contribution of 4% of their biweekly pay on top of their current contribution, within the allowable limits of IRS regulation. To qualify for this benefit, the individuals in these positions must already be contributing to the account.
Recommendation to Approve the Second Amendment to the District Manager’s Employment Agreement – The approval increases the District Manager’s base salary by 5%, setting the new monthly base salary amount at $20,595.45. The Second Amendment also acknowledges that the District Manager received a positive performance evaluation for 2025 and, therefore, per the terms of the Employment Agreement, the District will increase its contribution to her 457 account by 2%, from 6.5% of base salary to 8.5% of base salary.
Staff Reports:
The Board received numerous staff reports, including the Field Operations Reports (showing abatement activities, service requests, inspections, and treatments, by jurisdiction and vectors), the Vector Disease and Surveillance Reports (showing vectors collected and tested), the IT/Community Outreach Activities Report, and the Administrative Report.
Next anticipated meeting date: April 28, 2026
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